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JAMB Use of English 1995 Question 54

Question 54

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: The judge took issue with the counsel who complained of double standards

  1. A.agreed with
  2. B.argued with
  3. C.criticized
  4. D.supported
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (argued with)

Explanation

To take issue with someone is to disagree with what they said and argue against it, so the judge argued with the counsel.